Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 7 Series
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 7 Series Pricing
A used 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class ranges from $31,847 to $40,589 while a used 2022 BMW 7 Series is priced between $46,514 to $105,614. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's price is between $38,316 and $48,296, with the BMW 7 Series priced between $79,951 and $167,019.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses 44.4 percent of its value and the BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz A-Class retains 17.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the BMW 7 Series base engine makes 335 horsepower. The A-Class is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 597 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz A-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW 7 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 7 Series, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,316 - $48,296
Used Asking Price:
$31,847 - $40,589
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,951 - $167,019
Used Asking Price:
$46,514 - $105,614
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
61.5%
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
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2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
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3 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
35 out of / 36BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
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11 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Trim Levels
A 220, A 220 4MATIC
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 750i xDrive, ALPINA B7 xDrive, M760i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
453 / 597 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
8.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3285 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4244 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
207.4 inches
Wheelbase:
126.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18
